SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2118J
NWBKGB2118J belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Shepton Mallet, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2118J |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 18J |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Shepton Mallet Branch |
| City | Shepton Mallet |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the National Westminster Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NWBK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 18J Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2118J?
The code NWBKGB2118J belongs to Shepton Mallet Branch, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Shepton Mallet, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in NWBKGB2118J mean?
NWBK is the bank code of National Westminster Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 18J identifies the department Shepton Mallet Branch.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2118J for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need NWBKGB2118J.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2118J incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NWBKGB2118J with the recipient before sending.
Has National Westminster Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.